Senate Bill No. 1213, also known as Public Act No. 25-60, introduces several revisions to existing statutes related to children, effective July 1, 2025. Key changes include the requirement for the council to hold meetings at public-friendly locations and to post agendas and minutes on the department's Internet web site. The bill also clarifies that individuals aggrieved by violations of specific subsections of section 17a-28 can seek judicial relief. Additionally, it modifies the licensure requirements for relative or fictive kin caregivers accepting child placements, allowing for case-by-case waivers of certain regulations while ensuring that safety-related standards cannot be waived. Further amendments include the specification that the commissioner will be the guardian of a child or youth until they reach 18 or 21 years under certain conditions, with new provisions for notifying attorneys or guardians ad litem about placement changes. The bill also emphasizes the importance of compliance with interstate placement regulations and mandates that the Department of Children and Families provide comprehensive updates on a child's needs and any new allegations of abuse or neglect during court proceedings. Notably, the term "parents" has been replaced with "parent" in several instances to reflect a more accurate representation of guardianship.